Instead of speculating about who is dating whom, or the drama on the latest episode of the Bachelor, casual conversation now revolves around whether or not the dog has pooped today or what’s for dinner.

Although sometimes a girl just wants to gossip, Robert’s disinterest in it has taught me the value of keeping some dirt to myself.

4. Television

Cheating on your joint television shows is a cardinal relationship sin.

We each have our own shows that we watch when we are home alone, but The Mindy Project and New Girl are sacred. (What can I say, Robert has a thing for adorkable heroines.)

Hair everywhere!

5. All the hair

This one is mostly on me.

Poor Robert wasn’t prepared to discover my hair rolling down the hallways, in his food and, much to his chagrin, in his various crevices.

6. Decorating

Pink throw pillows and ruffled duvet covers may be all the rage, but your S.O. also needs to feel at home. Decorating to make you both feel comfortable is extremely important.

But you should still probably chuck that plaid comforter from his freshman dorm.